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Centrelink – government income support
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Students may be able to receive income support administered by Centrelink. There are different benefits, rates of pay and requirements for different student groups, see Centrelink – student and trainees.
Living allowances
All Centrelink allowances are means-tested. Check if you are eligible by contacting Centrelink.
| Allowance | Basic eligibility | Study load | Centrelink call centres |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth allowance | Students under 25 | More than 75% load | 13 24 90 |
| Austudy | Students over 25 | More than 75% load | 13 24 90 |
| Abstudy | Indigenous students of any age | Depends on type of study – see also Monash Indigenous Studies Centre (MISC) | 13 23 17 |
| JobSeeker payment | People over 21 looking for work | Part-time study load and recipient must be looking for work | 13 28 50 |
- Youth allowance Students under 25 More than 75% load 13 24 90
- Austudy Students over 25 More than 75% load 13 24 90
- Abstudy Indigenous students of any age Depends on type of study – see also Monash Indigenous Studies Centre (MISC) 13 23 17
- Abstudy Indigenous students of any age Depends on type of study – see also Monash Indigenous Studies Centre (MISC) 13 23 17
- JobSeeker payment People over 21 looking for work Part-time study load and recipient must be looking for work 13 28 50
Health Care Card
Most Australian students are eligible for a Low Income Health Care Card. Benefits can include:
- concession fares on public transport
- concession rate for prescription medicines
- 50% off car registration
- discounts on utility bills.
Applications are available from your nearest Centrelink office.